Chapter 86: "Wutong Ancestral Temple."
He was originally facing Wen Yu, but now he turned around and looked at her with half belief and half doubt.
Layered green waves swept past my eyes, rustling above the sky, and faint wisps of green smoke could be seen rising from the clear blue sky.
The grass and trees are lush and the spring mountains are visible.
"What is that?"
Something flashed through his mind, he seemed to remember it, but also seemed to have forgotten it.
"That's the Wutong Ancestral Temple, dedicated to the God of Spring. You're a foreigner, so it's normal you don't know it." Wen Yu raised his chin. "That green smoke is the incense burning in the temple."
After hearing what Wen Yu said, the man turned around and gave her an ambiguous look, but did not refute her.
"But none of this matters." Wen Yu leaned forward, looking mysterious. "What matters is that the Wutong Ancestral Temple is located on the top of Houchun Mountain, in a dangerous and steep location."
It's really a good place to hide.
But Wen Yu didn't say it all out loud, but I believe he could understand it.
Sure enough, the man obviously understood Wen Yu's meaning, but he was unmoved and did not show any interest.
"Since you said it was a temple, there must be quite a few pilgrims coming and going."
Moreover, from what we just saw, the fragrant mist was wafting from far away. Any temple with such a strong incense must have many pilgrims and be highly respected.
"I think it's easier to reveal your tracks here than at the foot of the mountain."
Is this girl talking nonsense? She actually said such things. How can this be considered a "bright path"?
"Not really, not really." Wen Yu had been waiting for him to say this. She had already prepared a plan for dealing with this, and she didn't feel at a loss. "You don't know, the Wutong Ancestral Temple just held a sacrificial ceremony a few days ago, and it's also a holiday, so the Wutong Ancestral Temple is probably very quiet right now."
It seems that no one will come to the Wutong Ancestral Temple in the next few days. During the rest period a few days ago, the people in the city were all unemployed at home.
It just ended today, and the fields, teahouses and restaurants must be very busy. Who has the leisure to burn incense these days?
What's more, she might have already prayed on Shangsi Day, and her master might not have finished his work until today.
"oh?"
The man in front of him made a doubtful sound, as if he was skeptical about Wen Yu's words. He stared at Wen Yu with his sharp eyes, almost looking through her.
"Are you serious?"
Wen Yu was about to speak, but suddenly stopped. If she was absolutely certain, it would seem suspicious. It would be better to compromise.
"I can only say we can give it a try. After all, no matter how bad the situation is, it won't be more conspicuous than being stationed at the foot of the mountain right now."
"Hmph." He snorted lightly, not knowing whether he had heard Wen Yu's words or not. Then he stood up and walked in the direction he came from.
Wen Yu saw him tilting his head and saying something to his attendants. She stretched her neck to listen, but to no avail.
Unexpectedly, this body was so useless after losing its magical power. Wen Yu was so angry that he slapped himself in hatred.
"Madam Wen—" Shen Sheng's voice rang out. Seeing Brother Zhao leave, he hurried over and asked, "What are you doing?"
Why do you take your anger out on your own body?
"What did Brother Zhao say to you? Are you okay?" Shen Sheng's concern did not seem fake.
Wen Yu looked up and saw beads of sweat on his forehead. Could this guy... be keeping an eye on her movements?
Hearing his question, Wen Yu was about to answer, but suddenly it occurred to her that there might be something unknown between Shen Sheng and his elder brother Zhao. She...better not tell him the truth. If she told him now, he probably wouldn't believe it.
"He said, he said if I run around again he would hang me up." Wen Yu made up a few nonsense and did not tell the truth.
Shen Sheng was not angry, but just laughed softly for a moment. He saw that the restraints on Madam Wen's hands had been untied, so he thought that what they were talking about was not a bad thing.
"You're teasing me again." He stepped forward and pulled out a small porcelain bottle from somewhere. "How's your injury? Try this."
He handed the porcelain bottle over to Wen Yu and put it in her hand. Without waiting for her to respond, he continued, "Did Brother Zhao say when he would send you back?"
Wen Yu took the porcelain bottle in a daze. She could smell the fragrance of medicine through the stopper. After hearing Shen Sheng's words, she didn't have time to study them and hurriedly said, "Send me back?"
How come she didn't know there was such a good thing?
"Yeah, is it possible that you didn't explain the misunderstanding just now?" Shen Sheng was anxious. What should he do? He still thought that Brother Zhao could send Madam Wen back.
Wen Yu was delighted. She wasn't even sure whether the man would listen to her, let alone send her back.
"I did say it," Wen Yu responded. As for whether she didn't explain it clearly or whether he heard it or not, she didn't know.
"ah?"
Shen Sheng seemed not to understand. Since he had said it, how could he not explain it clearly?
At this moment, a shout came from the front:
"A Sheng——"
Shen Sheng moved upon hearing the voice, and Wen Yu also turned to look over. The person who spoke was none other than "Brother Zhao". He wondered why he called Shen Sheng. Could it be that he wanted him to ask everyone to pack up and go up the mountain together?
Wen Yu's heart moved, success or failure depended on this one move.
If he and his group go up the mountain, she will have the opportunity to recover her magic power. Then, it will be no problem for her to defeat many people at once and turn defeat into victory. At that time, she will come back to settle the score with him.
As for where they came from and what their purpose was, she would slowly interrogate them and find out one thing at a time.
Wen Yu was thinking when she saw Shen Sheng turning around and looking at her from a distance. The distance was too far for Wen Yu to see clearly.
She simply stopped looking and instead looked back in the direction of the Wutong Ancestral Temple.
Master, I am coming to see you right now.
…
Jiangyang Prefecture, Pingjiang Street.
The dark green carriage slowly drove into Pingjiang Street. Green tassels were hung on both ends of the door curtain, swaying in vivid arcs as the horse stopped and walked.
In the car, Song Linsheng sat at the top, Mu Tong and Xi Yan sat on both sides, all of them were silent at the moment.
The space in the carriage is not small, it can even be said to be very spacious. There is a desk and coffee table inside, on which are placed all kinds of tea sets, various snacks, and various decorative objects that match Lord Mu very well, and it can be seen that his family is not poor.
If it was an ordinary job, the annual salary would not be enough to save up enough money to buy such a luxurious car frame as his.
But Mu Tong was not traveling alone now. The car was crowded with him, Song Linsheng and Xi Yan, three men. Even the spacious frame seemed a bit crowded.
For a moment, a gloomy atmosphere filled the car, wandering between the three of them, almost making them breathless.
"Well... everything will be done according to the adults' instructions." Mu Tong spoke first, breaking the silence. He looked at Xiyan who was sitting opposite him and said, "We will act separately later."
Xiyan nodded in agreement, but his expression was unhappy and full of worry.
He raised his hand and touched the bandage on his neck. It seemed that the wound was still aching. The cold feeling of the knife on his neck yesterday was still vivid in his mind, making him very scared.
He had only been with the villain for a short time, and that was all. Now that a night had passed, Madam Wen was in great danger and her life was in danger with those people.
Xiyan was worried, so he looked at the young man sitting at the top.
Song Linsheng's face was calm, his eyebrows were slightly furrowed, there was a dark spot under his eyes, and the corners of his lips were stretched into a straight line without any curve.
Only he himself knew that he was more worried about Wen Yu's situation than anyone else. He was afraid that she couldn't eat or sleep well, and that she was living in fear.
She had just arrived in Jiangyang and couldn't find her brother. He had previously promised to protect her and help her find the Wen family's brother, but he broke his promise. Not only did he fail to find the eldest son of the Wen family, but he also let Wen Yu fall into danger and her whereabouts remain unknown.
However, he couldn't reveal it at the moment, let alone let anyone notice it.
I still don't know what the relationship between the gang of thieves yesterday and Lord Jia is. If they are enemies, then it's easy to deal with. But if they are working together to put on a show, then I can't reveal any of it in front of Lord Jia.
"Master, I'm worried that Madam Wen might be in danger of her life."
This is what Xiyan fears the most. Based on what happened yesterday, those people must be fugitives. It would be extremely dangerous for Madam Wen to fall into their hands.
Song Linsheng's eyelashes trembled and his heart was startled.
"No." He frowned and clenched his fists. "Those people still have plans. They won't take Madam Wenyu's life until their demands are met."
But... I'm afraid I'll suffer. Song Linsheng felt a great pain in his heart, almost suffocating, but he forced himself to calm down and analyze the current situation.
"However, this is only temporary."
Song Linsheng glanced around and exchanged glances with Mu Tong and Xi Yan.
"So we still have some time, but not much."
"That's right. I have also sent some people to look for Madam Wen. If we work on both fronts, we will definitely find a solution." Mu Tong responded. Now he could only comfort Lord Song and not let him lose his composure.
Song Linsheng suddenly thought of something when he heard this. He looked at Mu Tong intently and said with difficulty, "Master Mu, this matter... should not be publicized too much. Please keep the news secret."
"This matter..." Mu Tong heard the general idea, but he was not sure what exactly Lord Song was talking about. "Lord Song, are you talking about?"
"The kidnapping of Madam Wenyu." Song Linsheng stared at Mu Tong intently, as if he was afraid of missing the slightest change in his expression. He had to wait until Mu Tong agreed.
"It's no exaggeration to say those people are bandits and thieves. The abduction of Madam Wenyu is entirely my fault. I am incompetent."
"Young Master..."
Xi Yan couldn't stand listening to this. How could he blame the young master? In the final analysis, it was his own fault that he had harmed his brothers and sisters, as well as the young master and Madam Wen. They were all trying to save him...
Song Linsheng raised his hand to stop Xi Yan from talking, and continued, "But Madam Wenyu has suffered for no reason, which has damaged her reputation. We must not let anyone else know about it."
"Don't worry, sir. I know the importance of this matter." Mu Tong folded his hands over his chest and bowed to Song Linsheng. "The people I sent out earlier are all my confidants. They will never leak the information."
"When you get to the government office later, don't tell anyone else about this." Song Linsheng warned, "I'll take care of everything."
"Yes, I will go with you to wash the inkstone." Mu Tong responded and confirmed the previous arrangements. "The two of you will act separately."
"Yeah." Song Linsheng said firmly, and then looked at Xiyan.
"Your neck is still hurting, why don't you stay in the car so you don't tear the wound by walking around?"
This was the first time Xiyan had suffered such a serious injury, but he was unwilling to stay at Lord Mu's house or go home to recuperate. Instead, he insisted on coming with him. He was really as stubborn as he used to be.
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